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1) Farmers
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Rain or shine, a farmer's work is never done. Farmers grow crops, raise livestock, and gather eggs and milk. Young readers will get an inside look at a day in the life of these important community members!
2) Librarians
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Finding the right book can be daunting, but librarians are here to help! They buy books for the library, track down information, and even host read-a-louds. In this engaging title, beginning readers will learn all about how librarians support and shape our communities.
3) Custodians
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Custodians are hard-working members of the community! In schools, businesses, and hospitals everywhere, custodians are on duty for everything from mess cleanup to repair work. This low-level title explores all these community helpers do to make the world shine.
4) Plumbers
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Uh-oh! A leaky pipe has turned the basement into a flood. Time to call a plumber! These community helpers work on pipes to help keep buildings safe and dry. This informative title introduces readers to plumbers and the tools and skills that they need to do their job!
5) Pilots
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The pilot radios air traffic control. She steers the plane to the runway. Time for takeoff! Whether they're delivering packages or transporting travelers, pilots are important community helpers. This book for young readers explores all that pilots do to transport everything safely through the sky.
6) Chefs
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A busy restaurant kitchen buzzes with energy. Thanks to the chef, the orders fly out the door! This book for young readers explores where chefs work, what they do, and how they create mouth-watering meals!
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Faced with constant career challenges, Michelle Howard has defied the historically male-dominated military to become the first female four-star admiral in the U.S. Navy! With a strong belief in the strength of diverse voices, her leadership has led to heroic feats. Inspiring quotations and photos, a map, a timeline, and more highlight the life of this leading lady!
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After years of dedication and diligent training, Simone Biles and her collection of gold medals have proven she is the greatest gymnast of her time! She is still a young woman with a lot to prove as she gears up for another Olympic games. Follow Simone's path to greatness in this title for early readers. Special features include a hometown map, a profile, quotes and more.
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Despite childhood dreams of becoming an Olympic ice skater, Vera Wang found her true calling in the world of fashion. Since the early 1990s, she has built a fashion empire known for beautiful, unique designs. This book follows Vera's rise with leveled text, great photos, and special features such as a profile, a timeline, quotes, and more!
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Many know her from her role as Hermione from the Harry Potter film series. But Emma Watson has proven she has a lot to fight for in real life as well! She has led the way by becoming a UN ambassador and starting a campaign for gender equality. Through leveled text, a hometown map, a timeline, and more, discover how Emma Watson has become an inspiration for generations to come!
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Using her wealth and technological genius to help people around the world, Melinda Gates is one woman who knows how to lead the way! She runs the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, working to provide opportunities and hope all walks of life. A profile, timeline, hometown map, and other special features add visual support to leveled text in this feel-good title.
12) Chemist
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Chemistry is all around us! In this title, young readers will explore how chemists study this important science. Leveled text explores where chemists work, what they research, and the tools they use to be successful. The final chapter invites readers to consider a career in chemistry by detailing how to become a chemist. Special features introduce a famous chemist, highlight chemistry in the real world, tell how chemists use STEM, and more!
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From exploring 1,000 miles of the Arctic tundra on dogsled to skiing across Antarctica, Ann Bancroft is no stranger to adventure! Her travels have taken her all around the world, making the outdoors her classroom. Discover the life of this explorer through engaging text and photos in this low-level title. Special features include a profile, career timeline, and inspirational quotes.
14) Architect
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Architects design houses, bridges, and more. They make buildings beautiful and safe! But what exactly do they do at work, and what tools do they use to be successful? This title explores the daily tasks of architects, how they do their work, and how to become one. Special features introduce a famous architect, offer real-world examples of architects' work, and outline the steps to becoming an architect. Students will enjoy building their reading skills...
15) Cashiers
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Beep! The cashier scans the last item. All checked out! Whether they're greeting customers or giving change, cashiers help stores and restaurants run. This title for beginning readers introduces the work of cashiers through bright photos and leveled text. An opening narrative sets the scene, while subsequent chapters introduce cashier duties. Special features highlight cashier gear and skills, and a picture glossary helps illustrate important terms....
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A true symbol of progress, Carla Hayden is both the first African American and the first woman to become Librarian of Congress! This title uses leveled text to show how Carla turned her love of reading into a successful and respected career. Fun features such as quotes, a hometown map, and more illustrate Carla’s leadership!
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Ava DuVernay is an award-winning director! This impressive woman surpassed critics and found success in the movie business. This engaging title incorporates factual text, a profile, timeline and more that highlight Avas’ powerful presence in the film industry!
19) Delivery Drivers
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A delivery driver rings the doorbell. Special delivery! The customer signs for the package. Next stop! In this title for beginning readers, leveled text explores how delivery drivers get people what they need. An engaging opening narrative pulls readers in, while informative text teaches about the job. Special features show off these workers' gear and skills, and a picture glossary illustrates important terms.
20) EMTs
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Emergency! The EMTs spring into action. They jump into the ambulance and race to save the day. Scenes like this one are common for the workers explored in this informative title. An opening narrative pulls readers into the action, while leveled text and interesting photos explore the daily duties of EMTs. Additional features highlight the gear and skills of these important helpers, and a picture glossary illustrates important terms. Beginning readers...
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